# LongExpo - slow shutter and long exposure camera

> Mobile camera app for long exposure, light trails, and low light photography. (iPhone/iPad app by EyeTap Soft.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/longexpo-slow-shutter-and-long-exposure-camera/id594078421 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [EyeTap Soft](https://appshunter.io/developer/569390623)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 108 App Store ratings · 224 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-02-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-09
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/longexpo-slow-shutter-and-long-exposure-camera/id594078421/reviews.md

## What is LongExpo?

** Capture fantastic long exposure and light trail photos ** 
** Add amazing effects after long exposure photo capture  **

LongExpo is a camera app that enables you to capture high quality long exposure, light trail/stream, and low light photos.

** Features of LongExpo:

1. Three shooting modes: standard mode (for regular long exposure photography), low light mode (adjustable more exposure for low light environment), light trail mode (for light trail, light stream photography)

2. High quality and high resolution capture.

3. Natural and intuitive real-time preview

4. Exposure time span adjustment after shooting

5. Create motion trail effects by the motion gradient and freeze functions 

6. Adjustment of brightness, contrast and color after shooting

7. Excellent low light camera (along with the low light boost mode on iPhone 5). Take great pictures even under very low light environment.

8. Fantastic light trail, light stream photography

9. Front camera support, Geotag, flash/torch, self-timer, set exposure/focus interest of point, and more !

## Key features

- Long exposure photography
- Light trail capture
- Low light photography
- Real-time preview
- Post-capture effects
- Exposure time adjustment

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| High-Res Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Magic Sharpener | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of LongExpo?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great for light trails
- 👍 Simple and intuitive controls
- 🎨 Allows for creative photography
- 💡 Useful for capturing the Northern Lights

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes when trying to save photos
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 📷 Limited camera resolution without paid upgrade
- 🚫 Not compatible with latest iOS versions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when taking photos
- Saved photos not appearing in camera roll
- Exposure settings not working as expected

**Most requested features**

- Update app to support latest iOS versions
- Add option to save photos directly to camera roll
- Improve low light performance
- Expand camera resolution options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 224)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/longexpo-slow-shutter-and-long-exposure-camera/id594078421/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Does not work with iOS 13.5

*2020-07-07, version 2.2.1*

This app no longer works after updating iOS to
13.x.x. No indication that the developer intents to update app

### 1/5 — So Sad

*2020-02-14, version 2.2.1*

Please Update for compatible with iOs 13.3

I've been using it in my SE, now i can't download it in my iphone 7

( my iPhone SE is broke, can't be service )

### 1/5 — Please Update

*2020-02-11, version 2.2.1*

:(

### 5/5 — please update

*2019-08-25, version 2.2.1*

please update thanks this app really nice

### 1/5 — I paid for it and now doesn’t work on 11

*2019-08-14, version 2.2.1*

Very disappointed the developer doesn’t keep this updated after paying for it!

### 1/5 — Useless NOW

*2018-12-26, version 2.2.1*

I payed, for what is an iPhone app, a fair amount of money for this and I can no longer use it as the ‘developer hasn’t updated it to IOS 11’. Pathetic and I can’t get my money back...

### 3/5 — Fun app but has its limitations

*2018-11-24, version 2.2.1*

I dig the app, especially since I can use it during the day. A DSLR would have to have a very low ISO to get similar results. But this app has its limitations. It doesn't zoom in which is my biggest gripe, and I can't adjust the exposure. Also, I wish I could shoot in the square ratio. Other than that, it's fun to experiment with.

### 4/5 — Not compatible with latest iOS

*2018-09-28, version 2.2.1*

Works great, but please update it so I can use it on my new iPhone.

### 4/5 — Sad now that it doesn’t work with IOS11

*2018-09-22, version 2.2.1*

I should have rated this app a long time ago. I used it to check for auroras out of my window. To know if it was worth packing all the gear outside. And in fact I took some sweet aurora pics with the app. I didn’t check other features but low light worked fine for me

### 1/5 — Don’t buy if you have an iPhone

*2018-09-02, version 2.2.1*

I’m so tired of purchasing apps to have them only work for a few months until Apple upgrades and then they no longer work. Don’t waste your money if the developers can’t keep it updated!

## Frequently asked questions about LongExpo

### What kind of photos can I take with this app?

This app specializes in capturing high-quality long exposure, light trail/stream, and low light photos. It provides specific modes for each type of photography, allowing for creative effects and enhanced detail in challenging lighting conditions.

### What are the key features for capturing photos?

The app offers three shooting modes: standard for regular long exposure, low light mode with adjustable exposure for dim environments, and light trail mode for capturing light streaks. It also includes real-time preview and the ability to set exposure and focus points.

### Can I edit my photos after taking them?

Yes, the app provides several post-capture editing options. You can adjust exposure time, create motion trail effects with motion gradient and freeze functions, and modify brightness, contrast, and color to refine your images.

### Is this app free to use?

The application is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This means you can access basic functionality for free, with the option to buy additional features or enhancements.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is designed for mobile devices and supports features like front camera, geotagging, flash, and self-timer. It also mentions specific optimizations for devices like the iPhone 5's low light boost mode, suggesting compatibility with a range of smartphones.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.1 — 2014-12-20

Fixed the problem of crashing when saving images on iPhone 6

### 2.2 — 2014-12-02

Fixed bugs related to iOS 8
Fixed bugs for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus

### 2.1 — 2014-09-03

Fixed bugs that cause non-responsive UI (for IAP)

### 2.0 — 2014-01-09

1. Added photo editor function. Now you can add effects, text/sticker etc. to your long exposure pictures. 

2. Now iOS 7 fully compatible: Built on iPhone 7 SDK with iPhone 7 UI components 

3. Removed the "Full Version" ads on the main UI

4. Name change from "LongExpo Free: Tripod-free long exposure and slow shutter camera" to "LongExpo: slow shutter and long exposure camera". 

5. Icon change

### 1.2 — 2013-09-23

1. Fixed the "black image" problem on iOS 7; Tested for iOS 7

2. Fixed the "black line" problem for the landscape mode

3. Volume shutter support

4. Autosave support (you need to enable it in the config menu)

5. Exposure and focus lock support (you need to enable it in the config menu)

6. Fixed the geotag problem, now you can capture geotag into the picture

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